First positive COVID-19 case in Pierce County

Potential exposures are being rapidly evaluated to determine next steps.

The North Central District Health Department (NCDHD) has confirmed the first positive COVID-19 case in Pierce County.

NCDHD has initiated contact investigations and have been rapidly assessing potential exposures to determine next steps.

At this time, NCDHD believes this case is contained. NCDHD has been in communications with all identified close contacts and they are in self-quarantine (staying home) and will be actively monitored twice daily by public health officials.